Fruit tree comparisons
 Common Rowan |  Orleans Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| The Rowan or Mountain Ash, native to most parts of the UK. The leaves turn golden red in autumn, accompanied by clusters of red berries. One of the largest species of Sorbus. | Orleans Reinette is a traditional French apple variety, and remains popular for its old-fashioned flavour. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Rowan Common Rowan | Apple trees Orleans Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Average |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | |
| Flowering group | 4 | |
| Pollinating others | Poor | |
| Fruit bearing | Spur-bearer | |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates |
Using
| Rowan Common Rowan | Apple trees Orleans Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Late | |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 2-3 weeks | |
| Cropping | Light | |
| Food uses | Culinary | Eating fresh Culinary |
Problems
| Rowan Common Rowan | Apple trees Orleans Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Good | Average |
| Scab (Apple and Pear) | Very susceptible |
Identification
| Rowan Common Rowan | Apple trees Orleans Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | France | |
| Period of origin | 1750 - 1799 | |
| Flowering month | May June | |
| Blossom colour | White | |
| Fruit colour | Red | Orange flush |